CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Michigan. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Iron River Care Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Iron River, Michigan with 69 certified beds. It has been operating since 2001. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
+ 13 more deficiencies
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRIEDMAN, BENJAMIN | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 100% | Jan 1, 2019 |
| FRIEDMAN, BENJAMIN | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jan 6, 2022 |
| FRIEDMAN, BENJAMIN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2019 |
| FRIEDMAN, BENJAMIN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2019 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Iron River Care Center and nearby alternatives.
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